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Channel Manager

Bosch · Mount Prospect, IL · $112,000–$140,000 a year · Full time · Sales

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a product launch you supported across sales, marketing and supply chain. What was your role?

What they are checking: Whether they can coordinate cross-functional execution, which this role is built around.

Tell me about a time you used data to change someone's mind on a commercial decision.

What they are checking: Whether they rely on analysis to influence decisions.

How do you keep track of many promotions, pricing changes and launches across several retailers at once?

What they are checking: Whether they have the organization the posting asks for in tactical execution.

Where do you want to grow in commercial strategy over the next few years?

What they are checking: Whether their goals fit a role meant to grow into strategic commercial work.

What would you do

A competitor cuts price on a key power tool right before a holiday promotion. What do you recommend?

What they are checking: Whether they can weigh revenue and margin and respond with a clear plan.

A key account manager wants a deeper discount, but finance says it hurts margin too much. How do you help resolve it?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance revenue goals and profitability across teams.

About the work

How would you prepare for a line review with a retailer like Home Depot or Lowe's?

What they are checking: Whether they understand line reviews and how to build a fact-based case for keeping and expanding shelf space.

How do you evaluate whether a promotional program actually worked?

What they are checking: Whether they measure lift and profitability rather than just sales volume.

How is selling through Menards or Costco different from selling through Home Depot or Walmart?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that each retail partner has different models and expectations.

What does an OMNI channel strategy mean for a power tools brand selling through big retailers?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how online and in-store sales work together for retail partners.

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The full job description

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Bosch Power Tools North America is seeking a highly organized and results-oriented Channel Manager – OMNI to support the execution of strategies across key retail partners such as Lowe’s, Home Depot, Menards, Walmart and Costco . Reporting to the Channel Management Lead- OMNI , this role plays a key supporting function in enabling the sales team and driving execution of promotional, pricing, and product launch initiatives within top-tier retail accounts. This role will collaborate across sales, marketing, product, finance and supply chain to ensure Bosch’s OMNI channel strategy is effectively translated into field execution. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a cross-functional environment, enjoys tactical execution, and wants to grow into a strategic commercial role. This role requires minimum 3 days per week on-site at the Mount Prospect, Illinois location, 2 work days may be remote. We are not offering relocation for this role. What You Will Do: • Partner closely with the key account managers and directors to support go-to-market initiatives and drive towards both revenue and profitability targets. • Assist with the development and execution of promotional programs, new product launches, pricing changes, and merchandising updates in coordination with internal teams. • Drive development of line review strategies and presentations in collaboration with Key Account Managers on the sales team. • Collaborate with marketing, supply chain, and product management to deliver accurate and timely execution materials to the sales team and retail partners. • Collaborate with the eCommerce channel team to ensure consistency and alignment across physical and digital shelves for your customers. • Track and analyze retail performance metrics, including POS data, promotional ROI, and pricing movement to inform future planning. • Work directly with retail-facing teams and occasionally with retailers on strategic initiatives, line reviews, and planning cycles. • Assist in the preparation of business reviews, performance updates, and retailer-specific presentations. • 5+ years of experience in retail sales support, channel management, sales, product development or commercial marketing—preferably within a consumer goods or omni-channel retail environment. • Supported field sales or account management teams with planning, promotional coordination, or launch execution. • Worked with large retailers (e.g., Lowe’s, Home Depot, Amazon, Costco, Menards) or supported initiatives aligned to their merchandising, pricing, or promotional strategies. • Familiarity with retail metrics (POS, margin, inventory turns), and experience with. • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting tools; experience with Alloy or other analytics platforms (e.g., Alloy, Power BI) is a plus. • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred. • Willingness to travel occasionally (~15–20%) for team meetings or retailer support. BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives: • FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) • AWIM (A World In Motion) Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. Safety Sensitive position. Thanks to the work of every associate, Bosch has been recognized for award-winning culture by the following organizations: • Bosch Power Tools was recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces in Manufacturing 2025 • Forbes' America's Best Employers for New Grads 2025 • Great Place to Work™ Certified, 2026 Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available. The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $112,000 - $140,000. Within the range, individual pay is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience and job knowledge, complexity of the role, job location, etc. In addition to your base salary, Bosch offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts (HSA); flexible spending accounts; 401(K) retirement plan with an attractive employer match; wellness programs; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; parental leave, adoption assistance; and reimbursement of education expenses. Learn more about our full benefits offerings by visiting: https://www.myboschbenefits.com/public/welcome . Pay ranges included in the postings generally reflect base salary; certain positions may include bonus, commission, or additional benefits. A company vehicle is included with this position. Salary estimates published on online job boards, rather than the Bosch US Careers Page, may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Want a closer look at life at Bosch? Follow our social channels and see what it’s like to work here: • Instagram • Facebook • LinkedIn • YouTube • TikTok By submitting an application for employment with Bosch, you represent and warrant that: (a) the work product and materials you submit are your own and reflect your personal experience, skills and qualifications; and (b) you have not used artificial intelligence or automated tools to generate, alter, or enhance application materials or responses in a manner that misrepresents your identity, authorship, experience, capabilities or qualifications.

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